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Georginio Wijnaldum 'will turn down new Liverpool contract to join Barcelona in the summer' with Dutch midfielder keen to realise boyhood dream of playing for Nou Camp club

Georginio Wijnaldum 'will reject Liverpool's offer of a new contract to realise his boyhood ambition of playing for Barcelona.'

The Dutch midfielder's contract at Anfield expires this summer and a move to the Nou Camp is now looking likely.

Wijnaldum is drawn to Barcelona because of their tradition of fielding Dutch players and the opportunity to work with his compatriot Ronald Koeman.

Georginio Wijnaldum 'has turned down the chance to extend his Liverpool contract and will join Barcelona in the summer'

Georginio Wijnaldum 'has turned down the chance to extend his Liverpool contract and will join Barcelona in the summer'

Wijnaldum has been an important part of Liverpool's success under manager Jurgen Klopp

A source told the Daily Mirror: 'Barcelona has always been a big draw for him.